Medical Coder

Role Title: Medical Coder

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging Medical Coders to contribute their expertise to a dynamic project for a valued customer. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required, your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

• Annotate and review medical records, ensuring accurate assignment of ICD-10 and CPT codes based on documentation.
• Apply Evaluation & Management (E&M) leveling using official guidelines to validate and enrich datasets.
• Leverage up-to-date coding reference materials to maintain compliance with current coding standards.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders via written and verbal communication to clarify requirements and resolve ambiguities in clinical documentation.
• Provide high-quality feedback on coding guidelines and edge cases to improve project workflows and model understanding.
• Contribute domain expertise to the creation and validation of medical code datasets for AI training purposes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is required.
• Comprehensive understanding of ICD-10 and CPT coding systems and E&M leveling guidelines.
• Experience with diverse clinical documentation types and associated coding challenges.
• Proficiency with both written and verbal communication, with a strong attention to clarity and detail.
• Access to up-to-date official ICD-10 and CPT coding books, as well as E&M guidelines.
• Familiarity with digital annotation tools or experience participating in data-driven projects (nice to have).
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous learning in a fast-evolving healthcare and technology environment.